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- Lakers may pursue Nuggets’ Michael Porter Jr. to boost championship chances.
- Porter’s impressive performance and contract make him a prime trade candidate.
- A suggested trade includes Lakers’ Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, and Jalen Hood-Schifino for Porter.
- Bruce Brown, another Lakers target, is also expected to be traded this offseason.
Lakers Eyeing Nuggets’ Michael Porter Jr. in Offseason Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for offseason changes with hopes of reclaiming their status as championship contenders. Their sights are set on Michael Porter Jr. of the Denver Nuggets, a team that has been a thorn in the Lakers’ side during the playoffs.
Porter’s standout performance, averaging 22.8 points and 8.4 rebounds with a 48.8% 3-point shooting rate, has made him an attractive trade option despite his hefty contract. An Eastern Conference GM believes Porter’s shooting prowess and size would complement LeBron James and Anthony Davis well, potentially propelling the Lakers back into contention.
The proposed trade scenario involves sending Lakers’ players Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, and Jalen Hood-Schifino to the Nuggets in exchange for Porter. While the Lakers have been reluctant to trade Reaves, targeting a high-caliber role player like Porter could be a strategic move for the team’s advancement.
In addition to Porter, the Lakers have shown interest in Bruce Brown of the Toronto Raptors, a player they’ve attempted to acquire previously. With reports suggesting Brown may be traded this offseason, the Lakers could be poised to make another attempt to secure him.
Image Credits
- Getty Images: Michael Porter Jr. in action during a basketball game.
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